Worship Fellowship Outreach
Sunday Worship Hour at 10:00
Welcome to First Congregational Church of Rochester, Wisconsin
"For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I in the midst of them"
Matthew 18:20
Worship Hour Sundays at 10:00 am
We celebrate Holy Communion on the second Sunday of every month.
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For those unable to attend in person, services can be viewed online. Links are available on the Watch page.
You're Invited to Our Annual Meeting: 11am Sunday February 1, 2026
Join us as we review the past year and discuss plans for the future.
All members are encouraged to attend.
Ecumenical Lenten Series Begins 7pm Wednesday, February 18th
Join as we prepare for Easter through a series of services on the "I AM" statements of Jesus. All services begin at 7pm each Wednesday of Lent; locations changee each week. Click here for the complete schedule. All are welcome!
Choir sings on 1st and 3rd Sundays each month
Choir practice is held each week on Wednesday nights at 7pm. New members are always welcome. For more info, contact Pastor Joe.
Sunday School Classes on 2nd and 4th Sundays each month
Classes run from September to May during the 10am Worship Hour.
For more info, contact Pastor Joe.
Join the OCC Crafting Group! New crafters always welcome!
Click here for a message from Sue Beach about the crafting group that works year round for the Operation Christmas Child Shoebox program.
The first session for 2026 is on Friday, February 6th.
Learn about our church history
Click here to learn about the origins of our church in this essay that documents the story of our church as it grew with the community around it.
Contact Pastor Joe Hackett
Church Office: (262) 534-6582
Email: Pastor@FCCRochesterWis.org.
Our Church
Established in 1840, this is a small-town Congregational Christian Church. As such, it is autonomous and complete and therefore responsible to no other authority than that of Jesus Christ. All church members are spiritually equal and called to the work of ministry. Members share a belief that the Bible is fully sufficient as their guide in matters of faith and practice. Members of this church also share a belief in the power of prayer, the value of fellowship and the importance of outreach.
Click here to learn more our church and congregationalism.
Annual Summer Events
Each summer our church puts on events open to the public to raise money both for the church and for local n0n-profit organizations that help those in need in our local area.
Memorial Day Weekend
Rummage Sale on Saturday
Lunch on Monday
Saturday 9am - 3pm
Memorial Day weekend kicks off Saturday with the Spring Rummage Sale. All proceeds go to two local charities: Love Inc, Burlington and Transitional Living Center. Nothing is priced. It's a free will offering, which means you decide what to pay -- take what you like and make a donation that's right for you.
Monday 11am - 1:30pm
On Monday, join us in remembering those who gave their lives for the freedom of others. Hot lunch is served from 11am to 1:30pm. Stop by as you get ready for the Village of Rochester's annual parade that passes right by the church. And leave room for a slice (or two) of homemade pie!
Music in the Park Ice Cream Social
Saturday August 22, 2026
11am - 3pm
Join us on the North Lawn for summer fun featuring live music performed by four bands, a cookout and ICE CREAM!
Day in the Country
Saturday September 19, 2026
9am - 3pm
Day in the Country is an annual fall festival hosted by the Village of Rochester to celebrate the friendly nature and beauty of this historic small town. It's always great to see such a big crowd and so many smiling faces enjoying a beautiful Fall day in Rochester!!!
Stop by the church for a famous baked potato from our food stand, try some of our delicious homemade baked goods, and support our rummage sale that raises money for local charities!
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